Teppo
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- This article is about the name Teppo. For the video game character from Battle Realms, see Teppo.
Teppo is a male Finnish name.
It is quite an uncommon first name, and is derived from Stefanos, a Greek name which means roughly translated "crowned". However, some claim the name's origin is the Greek name Teofilus (God's friend) or Teodor (God's gift).
In Finland, Teppo was name of a pagan god "Travel-Teppo", who was prayed to to guide the way and bless travels. In 19th century, it began to be used as a normal first name. Most popular time for the name Teppo was years 1960-1980. In 2005, 3841 men had been given the name Teppo.
Teppo can also be a last name, but it is quite rare.
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